Exercise Bikes - An Overview

Exercise bikes are alternately called stationary bikes, spinner bikes, and recumbent bikes. All exercise bikes have a saddle, or a seat, peddles, and some form of handlebar, so they resemble regular bikes; however, the style, structure, and size of stationary bikes can vary greatly. Exercise bikes also range in price. The most basic, simple exercise bike can be no more than fifty dollars. Other stationary bikes have a built in video game console, which displays the "rider" and the terrain the rider is going over or the race the rider is in, as well as distance traveled, pulse rate, and calories burned.

Exercise bikes are popular for exercise at the gym or at home. People who use their bikes at home find them convenient because they can be placed in front of the television to help pass the time. They also only need a small amount of space. People are attracted to this type of exercise because it low impact but highly effective. Due to the fact that it is low impact, stationary bikes are also used in physical therapy. They are also good for warming up or cooling down before and after strength exercises-that is, exercises that are designed to build muscle. A good five or ten minute ride on the stationary bike will increase your pulse rate and get your muscles limber prior to lifting weights. Warming up and cooling down when doing any sort of strength training or even aerobic exercise will minimize the chance for injury and help you have a better workout.


By Alexander Sutton


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